Evanston

Evanston, Wyoming Overview

Evanston faces challenges across several categories, earning a B grade (56.0/100) and ranking #17 of 20 cities in Wyoming. Even so, the city scores 96/100 in Outdoor Access — a relative bright spot compared to its Growth score of 25/100.

Income & Employment in Evanston

The median household income in Evanston is $76,569, 7% above the statewide median of $71,847. Population declined 1%.

Safety in Evanston

Evanston’s violent crime rate of 319.6 per 100,000 runs above the Wyoming average of 203. The property crime rate is 1387.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Evanston

The median home value is $236,400. Median monthly rent is $841. Renters spend 13.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Evanston

The adult obesity rate in Evanston is 34.9% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.7%. Residents report an average of 16.7 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Wyoming ranks #27 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Evanston

The high school graduation rate in Evanston is 72%, below the national average and a challenge for the community. The student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $18,437 per student, well above the national median. The city has 7 public schools serving 2,562 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Evanston

Winters in Evanston are cold, averaging 22.9°F. Summers average 69.3°F. Winters average 22.9°F. Annual precipitation is 18.2 inches. The average commute of 17.8 minutes is notably short.

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